Who are we?5 Hounds is a veterinary-founded fresh food company on a mission to help dogs live longer.We’ve seen firsthand, in clinic and at home, the power of real food. The improvements in skin, digestion, energy and long-term health are undeniable. Yet the majority of dogs are still being fed ultra-processed diets and managed reactively, rather than proactively.We believe the industry has it backwards.So we built something different… lightly cooked, species-appropriate meals, backed by veterinary insight and delivered directly to dog owners across Australia.But 5 Hounds is more than food.It’s a movement around education, community and raising the standard of care for dogs.We are product-obsessed. We care deeply. And we’re just getting started.
The RoleYou will own and build our partnerships channel from the ground up.Your mission is simple:Get 5 Hounds into the hands of the right people and let the product do the rest.You’ll identify, connect with and build long-term relationships with key players in the dog world, creating a powerful network that drives growth and trust.
What you’ll doIdentify and onboard breeders, trainers, behaviourists and key communitiesBuild strong, long-term relationships with partnersDevelop referral and incentive programs (“kickback” structures)Create and execute outreach strategiesManage a pipeline of potential partners and track performanceWork closely with marketing to amplify partner success storiesContinuously identify new growth opportunities
What you’ll bringExperience in partnerships, sales or business developmentStrong relationship-building skillsCommercial mindset (you understand what drives growth)Highly proactive and self-motivatedComfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environmentPassion for dogs and alignment with our mission
Why join 5 Hounds?Build a growth channel from scratch (real ownership)Work directly with foundersBe part of a brand with serious momentumUnlimited upside for the right personHelp shape the future of the pet industry